Doctor G to Khosla Ka Ghosla: Must-Watch Comedy Films

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Charlie Chaplin’s quote, ‘A day without laughter is a day wasted’ itself implies how much positivity a good laugh can inject into someone’s life. That’s also one of the reasons why comedies never lose their popularity. From slapstick fun to black humor and satire, successful films belonging to the comedy genre also have a longevity that normal films cannot guarantee. On World Laughter Day (May 5), we bring you a curated list of comedies that will not only tickle your funny bones but also offer some thought-provoking socially relevant messages.

thank God

“Thank God” (2022) provides wholesome entertainment while also conveying moral and emotional lessons about resilience, empathy and the value of family relationships. Directed by Indra Kumar, the film stars Ajay Devgn, Sidharth Malhotra and Rakul Preet Singh in the lead roles. Praised by critics, ‘Thank God’ revolves around the life of Ayaan Kapoor, played by Sidharth Malhotra, who, after meeting with an accident, faces judgment in heaven. Devgn portrays the role of Chitragupt. All the characters in Heaven are given modern outfits and behaviors to make them relatable and enjoyable even for the new generation audience. Produced by Anand Pandit Motion Pictures, T-Series Films, Maruti International and Soham Rockstar, ‘Thank God’ is available for streaming on Prime Video.

Khosla Ka Ghosla

Rated by many critics as one of the best comedies ever made in Hindi, Khosla Ka Ghosla (2006) also won the Award for Best Feature Film in Hindi at the 54th National Film Awards, highlighting the power of its realistic and unique storytelling style. . The film, which was a sleeper hit, features veteran actors Anupam Kher and Boman Irani, along with Parvin Dabas, Ranvir Shorey, Tara Sharma and Kiran Juneja in the lead roles. Directed by Dibakar Banerjee, it set the template for a new film style in Hindi cinema that went beyond the conventional formula of a story revolving around superstars. Produced by Tandav Film Production and UTV Motion Pictures, ‘Khosla Ka Ghosla’ is streaming on Disney+Hotstar.

Doctor G

Directed by Anubhuti Kashyap, ‘Doctor G’ is a film that once again proves how light-hearted entertainment can convey a serious message. The film tackles various issues plaguing society, including patriarchy. The film’s strength also lies in its cast, which includes Ayushmann Khurrana, Rakul Preet Singh, Sheeba Chaddha and Indraneil Sengupta. The show-stealer, however, was Shefali Shah, who made a powerful cameo as Dr. Nandini Srivastav. Produced by Junglee Pictures and distributed by Anand Pandit Motion Pictures, ‘Doctor G’ is streaming on Netflix.

Teri Baaton Main Aisa Uljha Jiya

‘Teri Baaton Main Aisa Uljha Jiya’ belongs to the relatively unexplored genre of science fiction rom-com and is helmed by directors Amit Joshi and Aradhana Sah. It is an unusual love story between a human and a machine. The directing duo, who also wrote the script, hilariously explores the chemistry behind contemporary relationships through this film. Shahid Kapoor plays the lead character Aryan Agnihotri, while Kriti Sanon plays the role of the female robot, along with veteran actors Dharmendra and Dimple Kapadia in a pivotal role. The film’s soundtrack was a hit, especially the song “Akhiyaan Gulaab”. Produced by Maddock Films and Jio Studios, ‘Teri Baaton Main Aisa Uljha Jiya’ is streaming on Prime Video.